How to Choose the Right Prescription for Contact Lenses
How to choose the appropriate prescription for contact lenses? Hello, doctor. I have myopia in both eyes, currently wearing prescription glasses with the following degrees: R: -1.75, L: -2.75. Due to work reasons, I would like to try wearing contact lenses, but I have never worn ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, if you want to convert your glasses prescription to contact lenses, you can wear the same prescription strength. However, it is also important to measure the curvature of your cornea, especially since you have never worn contact lenses before. It is recommended that you vi...[Read More] How to Choose the Right Prescription for Contact Lenses
Choosing the Right Monofocal Intraocular Lens for High Myopia Patients
The selection of monofocal intraocular lenses? Hello Doctor: I have cataracts caused by high myopia, with my left eye at -950 and my right eye at -1200, which has recently changed to -1600. Since I am accustomed to wearing glasses, I have chosen a monofocal aspheric intraocular l...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Swallow: "Retained 50 degrees of presbyopia, but there is no impact on distance vision, which remains at 200 degrees." I don't quite understand this statement and may need to discuss it with the attending physician. Regarding the "short-focus enhanced vi...[Read More] Choosing the Right Monofocal Intraocular Lens for High Myopia Patients
Night Vision Issues: Halo Effects and Light Sensitivity Explained
Poor night vision, presence of halos, and photophobia? Hello, Doctor Gao. I am currently 26 years old and I spend a lot of time using my eyes, almost all day staring at the computer. My myopia is about -3 to -4 diopters, with astigmatism of over -1 diopter in one eye and over -2 ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, S: Conditions such as conjunctivitis, keratitis, iritis, cataracts, and glaucoma may all present with halos. Issues with the cornea itself can lead to halos. If there is no inflammation, no cataracts, and no glaucoma, it may be more related to the cornea, so it would be ad...[Read More] Night Vision Issues: Halo Effects and Light Sensitivity Explained
Understanding Vitreous Detachment: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
Posterior vitreous detachment I started noticing a lot of floaters in my vision in October, and on October 28, they suddenly disappeared, but I began seeing many water droplet-like shapes and numerous strands in front of my eyes that won't go away. I underwent a fundus exami...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Dear Miss Deng, 1. Currently, observation is sufficient; posterior vitreous detachment does not require treatment. The bleeding is likely to resolve quickly. Please continue to follow your attending physician's instructions for follow-up treatment. 2. A small amount of blee...[Read More] Understanding Vitreous Detachment: Symptoms, Risks, and Treatment Options
Choosing the Right Contact Lens Prescription for Myopia Management
Contact lens prescription Hello Doctor, my myopia is -8.25/-9.50. Previously, I wore contact lenses with prescriptions of -7.50/-8.00. The optical shop suggested a prescription of -7.50/-8.25 for my contact lenses, but I feel that my right eye is not as clear, and there seems to ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Lin: If your right eye is 950 and your left eye is 825, then the prescription for contact lenses should be 850 for the right eye and 750 for the left eye. Therefore, your feeling is correct; this would create a balance, and I recommend this adjustment. There are many re...[Read More] Choosing the Right Contact Lens Prescription for Myopia Management
Managing High Eye Pressure: Tips for Eye Care and Screen Time
Intraocular pressure issues? Hello doctor, thank you for your response. Should I just refill the original eye drops, or do I need to undergo additional examinations? The previous clinic didn't provide much information; they only mentioned that my intraocular pressure was hig...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ah Ju: It is recommended that you continue using it and return for follow-up as instructed by your physician. You can use contact lenses, but do not wear them while applying medication. It is unavoidable to use electronic devices, but remember to take breaks. You can refer...[Read More] Managing High Eye Pressure: Tips for Eye Care and Screen Time
Is It Safe to Wear Contact Lenses While Playing Basketball?
Contact lenses If I play basketball every day and have a left eye prescription of -6.75 and a right eye prescription of -5.75, I wear specialized goggles while playing. If I switch to contact lenses for basketball, is there a risk involved? Since basketball can involve contact wi...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Be careful, it might be possible.[Read More] Is It Safe to Wear Contact Lenses While Playing Basketball?
Contact Lens Prescription Dilemma: Balancing Vision for Each Eye
Contact lens prescription issues? Hello, doctor. My left eye has a prescription of -8.25 diopters and my right eye has -9.50 diopters. Currently, I am wearing contact lenses with a prescription of -7.50 for the left eye and -8.00 for the right eye. The last time I wore them, my v...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Lin: Wearing a prescription of -8.50 in your right eye is just about right, similar to wearing -7.50 in your left eye. Averaging both eyes should be better. You might want to give it a try. In Taiwan, the ophthalmology department at Puzi Hospital is open on Monday, Tues...[Read More] Contact Lens Prescription Dilemma: Balancing Vision for Each Eye
Understanding Vascular Proliferation in Eye Health: What You Need to Know
Vascular proliferation Hello Dr. Gao, I consulted you yesterday and I appreciate your response. I have a follow-up appointment this afternoon. The doctor initially mentioned that my conjunctivitis has reduced to 20% inflammation and is almost healed. He did not mention anything a...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Mr. Lin: Mild vascular proliferation indicates a state of hypoxia. The first step is to reduce the use of contact lenses. It is reversible, and even with mild vascular proliferation, there is no significant issue, so please rest assured. Taiwan e-Hospital Puzi Hospital Ophthalmol...[Read More] Understanding Vascular Proliferation in Eye Health: What You Need to Know
How to Reduce Redness in Eyes: Tips for Contact Lens Users
Bloodshot eyes Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a question. I am currently 25 years old and I often wear contact lenses and colored lenses. Normally, I have some redness in the sclera of my right eye. Last week, I had conjunctivitis which was painful, and I visited an ophth...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Lin: It is normal to have blood vessels in the sclera, as there are many microvessels in the conjunctiva. As long as there are no symptoms, some blood vessels are not a cause for concern, so there is no need to worry. If there are no symptoms, do not use eye drops just ...[Read More] How to Reduce Redness in Eyes: Tips for Contact Lens Users
Understanding Cataract Surgery Options: Choosing the Right Intraocular Lens
Inquiry about cataract intraocular lenses (white and yellow lenses) and residual refractive power? Hello, doctor. The current situation is as follows: 35 years old, left eye myopia -425 (astigmatism 175), right eye myopia -325 (astigmatism 225), and the right eye requires catarac...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Liu: 1. The intraocular lens designed to correct astigmatism can improve it, but there may still be some residual refractive error post-surgery, though the extent is uncertain. If you do not use astigmatic correction lenses, astigmatism cannot be corrected. The decisio...[Read More] Understanding Cataract Surgery Options: Choosing the Right Intraocular Lens
Understanding the Differences Between Soft and Hard Contact Lens Saline Solutions
Soft and hard physiological saline solutions? What is the difference between soft and hard saline solutions? Why can't some soft saline solutions be used for hard saline applications?
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Wang: What you are referring to should be the cleaning solution; saline solution is not differentiated. The composition and osmotic pressure of different types of solutions vary, so using a hard contact lens care solution for soft contact lenses, or vice versa, may not ...[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between Soft and Hard Contact Lens Saline Solutions
Choosing the Right Glasses After Cataract Surgery: A Guide for Computer Users
Post-cataract surgery binocular disparity contact lenses? Hello, doctor. I previously had a pair of glasses with a prescription of +3.00, which I used for 9 years. I recently underwent cataract surgery on one eye and received a government-subsidized intraocular lens. Currently, I...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Shin: Each person has a different adaptability to parallax and near vision, so there are many different methods you can try to see which one suits you best. Due to significant parallax, you may need to use one eye at a time. 1. For reading books or documents at close range...[Read More] Choosing the Right Glasses After Cataract Surgery: A Guide for Computer Users
Understanding Recurrent Conjunctivitis: Causes and Solutions
Recurrent conjunctivitis? I would like to ask the doctor, my right eye has a slightly stronger prescription than my left eye. Since the summer of 2019, I experienced conjunctivitis in my right eye, which caused my eye to be completely glued shut with yellow discharge in the morni...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Manman: It is possible that your right eye has been affected by a bacterial infection, leading to conjunctivitis or eyelid involvement that has not been properly treated, resulting in fluctuating symptoms. I recommend visiting a reputable ophthalmology clinic for proper tr...[Read More] Understanding Recurrent Conjunctivitis: Causes and Solutions
Post-Cataract Surgery Vision Correction: Glasses vs. Contact Lenses
Post-cataract surgery vision correction => contact lenses, prescription glasses? I have high myopia, with approximately -800 diopters in my left eye and -1200 diopters in my right eye. I underwent laser surgery on my right eye over a decade ago, diagnosed with lattice degenera...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
It is recommended that you discuss the above situation further with your attending physician to determine if any additional examinations are necessary. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Post-Cataract Surgery Vision Correction: Glasses vs. Contact Lenses
Understanding Recovery After Retinal Detachment Surgery: Your Questions Answered
Surgery for retinal detachment on January 31st of this year? I had surgery for retinal detachment on January 31, and the doctors have since confirmed that the retina has returned to its original position. I originally had a high prescription of around -1200 diopters, and due to m...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello Ms. Nana: If the surgery had failed, you would likely not be able to see at all, so it seems that it was successful. Whether you can wear contact lenses may depend on consulting your attending physician to assess whether the surface condition of your eyes has returned to no...[Read More] Understanding Recovery After Retinal Detachment Surgery: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Chalazion: Treatment Options and Concerns for Patients
Regarding chalazion? Hello Doctor, I previously asked a question regarding my condition after surgery for a stye (#158701). You mentioned that it could also be a chalazion since the hard lump on my eyelid hasn't resolved. I returned for a follow-up on July 25, and I told the...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Wen: A chalazion can soften and shrink with warm compresses, and sometimes surgery is not necessary. The treatment usually starts with conservative measures, and if those are ineffective, an incision and curettage may be performed. If it has not resolved after a month, the...[Read More] Understanding Chalazion: Treatment Options and Concerns for Patients
Can You Wear Contact Lenses After Conjunctivitis? Expert Insights
Can you wear contact lenses with conjunctivitis? Hello, Doctor. A few years ago, I developed conjunctivitis because I forgot to remove my contact lenses, and since then, I have been wearing glasses. Recently, when I was getting new glasses, I casually asked the store clerk if I c...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Wang: Generally, once conjunctivitis has healed, you can wear contact lenses again. As long as you pay attention to the cleanliness of the contact lenses, it is less likely to develop conjunctivitis. However, I am unsure why there is a statement that "previous conjunct...[Read More] Can You Wear Contact Lenses After Conjunctivitis? Expert Insights
Can I Wear Contact Lenses with Different Prescription Strengths?
Can I wear contact lenses if the prescription difference is too significant? Hello, doctor. I am purchasing contact lenses (colored and magnifying) for the first time. My prescription is -4.25 for the left eye and -5.00 for the right eye. Can I buy contact lenses with -3.50 and -...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
It is recommended that you visit an ophthalmology clinic to determine the prescription for each eye and receive relevant health education. Thank you, and wish you good health![Read More] Can I Wear Contact Lenses with Different Prescription Strengths?
Managing Vision Discrepancies in Cataract and Glaucoma Patients
How to address the issue of disparity in patients with cataracts and glaucoma? Hello, Doctor He: I had cataract surgery on my right eye two weeks ago. I originally thought I could use contact lenses to address the vision disparity. However, I later learned that glaucoma patients ...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello Urbancrab: If you cannot wear contact lenses, then the only option left may be cataract surgery. A significant disparity in vision can also be an indication for surgery, for your reference. Dr. He Jianxian, Ophthalmology Department, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Managing Vision Discrepancies in Cataract and Glaucoma Patients